Database Administrator

Description
We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support, maintain, and optimize enterprise database environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the performance, availability, security, and reliability of critical database systems while supporting business applications and infrastructure initiatives.
In this role, you will administer and monitor database platforms, design and implement database structures, perform performance analysis and tuning, and support database upgrades, migrations, backups, and recovery processes. You will develop and maintain database administration standards, procedures, and technical documentation while collaborating with development, infrastructure, and business teams to deliver scalable and secure data solutions.
The successful candidate should have extensive experience managing enterprise database environments, strong knowledge of database architecture and performance optimization, and proficiency in SQL development and troubleshooting. Experience working with multiple database technologies, operating systems, and cloud-based platforms is highly desirable.
Additionally, this role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capability to work effectively in both independent and team-oriented environments. Responsibilities may also include mentoring technical staff, participating in system planning and implementation projects, supporting disaster recovery initiatives, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts across the organization.
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Extensive experience in database administration and support.
• Strong understanding of database design, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security best practices.
• Proficiency with SQL and database management tools.
• Experience supporting enterprise-level applications and high-availability environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide technical leadership when needed.

This position offers the opportunity to work with complex, business-critical systems while contributing to the reliability, performance, and growth of enterprise data environments.
Requirements
Advanced experience in database administration, schema design, and data architecture within complex technical environments.
Strong hands-on knowledge of Microsoft SQL and database performance tuning techniques.
Experience designing or supporting data warehousing solutions across diverse platforms.
Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Windows Server environments.
Ability to evaluate requirements, plan technical solutions, and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Working knowledge of database monitoring, verification, quality assurance, and recovery practices.
Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and process improvement skills.
Strong communication, collaboration, and customer service abilities in a team-oriented setting.
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